While it might not be quite as popular as Christmas, Easter is certainly up there as one of the UK’s most beloved holidays. Often falling close to the spring equinox, it not only gives us four glorious days off work and permission to eat far more chocolate than is strictly sensible, but it also heralds the arrival of warmer weather and longer days after the gloom of winter, which, let’s face it, we’re all rather over by the time Christmas has come and gone. It also happens to be one of the finest excuses of the year to gather friends and family around the table for a proper Sunday lunch in London, preferably one involving crisp potatoes, towering Yorkshires and a generous pour of gravy.
Easter Sunday falls on 5th April this year, making it one of the earliest in recent memory. Although it’s arriving sooner than usual, there’s every chance the long weekend could bring some much-needed sunshine with it. The sort of weather that calls for long lunches, a stroll around the neighbourhood and perhaps even a glass of something refreshing on the terrace. If you happen to be searching for the best Sunday lunch in London, you’ve come to the right place.
WHY EASTER SUNDAY LUNCH IS A BELOVED BRITISH TRADITION
That said, whatever mischief the rest of your Easter weekend holds, the Easter Sunday lunch itself is not to be tampered with. Much like Roast Turkey at Christmas, Roast Lamb on Easter Sunday is a tradition that many believe should be observed properly.
But why lamb in the first place? The custom is often traced back to the Jewish festival of Passover, when lamb was eaten as a symbol of sacrifice. Over time, the tradition carried into Easter celebrations, where it came to represent Christ as the sacrificial lamb. History aside, it also happens to be perfectly timed with the season, when British lamb is at its most tender and flavourful.
For those keen to honour tradition on Easter Sunday, settle in at The Thomas Cubitt for our Slow Roasted Lamb Shoulder with Thyme, Garlic and Honey, or make your way to Marylebone for Slow Roasted Lamb Leg with Fresh Mint Sauce and all the usual trimmings at The Grazing Goat.
We’ve even got sharer roast dinners, perfect for settling in en famille and tucking into mountains of perfectly crisp potatoes, seasonal greens, showstopping Yorkshires and generous lashings of proper gravy. After all, the sides are half the glory of a great Sunday roast.
P.S. Keep an eye on your favourite local. Some of our pubs may well be cooking up a special or two to see you happily through the long weekend.
Book Now SPRINGTIME FEASTING: SUNDAY LUNCH BEYOND ROAST LAMB
For those joining us on Saturday, or simply in the mood for something different this Easter weekend, our Cubitt House pubs have plenty to tempt. Choose your favourite from the menu, with wonderful Fish and Vegetarian dishes alongside seasonal specials that celebrate the very best of spring’s produce. Little guests are well looked after too, with a children’s menu featuring classic pub comforts such as Hake Goujons with Chips or Roast Chicken with Mash and Seasonal Greens.
As a little Easter treat, pre-book your Easter weekend lunch or supper at one of our eight Central London pubs and each guest will be welcomed with a complimentary pint of Cubitt Haus x Harbour Lager on arrival. A rather civilised way to begin a feast.
WHY CUBITT HOUSE OFFERS THE BEST SUNDAY LUNCH IN LONDON
After all, the point of Easter is to be together, not to eat the same thing. In fact, that’s another reason why dining out for Easter lunch is such a good idea, to be honest – everyone’s happy because everyone is catered for. And at the Cubitt House pubs we’ve got the perfect atmosphere to help you relax and unwind from life’s daily stresses, with cosy interiors, sun-trap terraces (if the weather plays ball…) and elegant interiors that will make you want to stay all afternoon. Your shoulders will relax the minute you walk through the door – or certainly after a local craft beer, expertly mixed cocktail or a few glasses of wine, anyway…
A SWEET ENDING TO YOUR EASTER SUNDAY LUNCH
And don’t worry, chocoholics – we haven’t forgotten the most important Easter tradition of all – chocolate Easter eggs. Far from your average egg, this year’s creation takes inspiration from the classic Scotch Egg. A White Chocolate egg with a Clementine Yolk, coated in a Chocolate Cake crumb and enrobed in a Pump Street 70% Dark Chocolate and Feuilletine shell. Indulgent and effortlessly moreish. But for those who miss out on the Easter egg rush, we’re also offering a half Chocolate Egg, half mousse special across our Central London pubs.
Book NowFor those wishing to pre-order an egg, kindly place your order by 24th March to avoid disappointment. Guests will then be invited to collect their sweet creations on either 27th or 28th March from The Orange or The Princess Royal, where payment will be taken. Each hand-crafted egg is priced at £19.50.
Do keep an eye out for updates.
